5 Biggest Motorcyclist Myths and the Truth Behind Them – Let’s Clear the Air
If you are a motorcycle enthusiast, or know of someone who is, then you are probably well aware of the stereotyping that goes along with the bike. However, if you are just looking into riding, or your loved one is, then you might want to know the truth behind it all....
7 Ways to Teach Your Child About Fire Safety
Man has always been fascinated by fire, and kids are particularly so. Several years ago, my friend’s child, a curious, mischievous boy was playing with some matches in the garage. He accidentally ignited an old rag and the fire quickly spread to boxes stored in the...
What to Do When Your College Grad Moves Back In
"Mom and Dad, I think I need to move back home." Parents everywhere are hearing that confession more and more often from their college grads. Grown children returning to the nest after college is a phenomenon fueled by the combination of accumulated student debt, poor...
5 Common Sense Ways to Raise Kids Who Are Fit, Healthy, and Happy
We've all heard the statistics. America is fat and getting fatter. Nearly 20% of kids under 12 are obese. In 1980, that number was 7%. That's a 3-fold increase in the last 30 years. Wow. If you're a parent of young kids, I know what you're thinking. It's the same...
Parenting Link Roundup
Welcome to the January 28, 2012 edition of parenting link roundup. Sue Waters presents 10 Frightening Facts About Teen Drivers posted at Confessions from the Crib: How To Make Baby Food: 5 Easy Steps posted at To Dance or Not To Dance: Are We Overscheduling? | Stress...
Orthodontic Work Can Stress Kids Out
So, the younger boys have needed some orthodontic treatment for quite a while. We bit the bullet a couple of months ago and had them evaluated. Each needed an appliance installed to straighten out their bite and avoid surgery in the future. This has not been an easy...
How to Make Pre-Kindergarten Successful for Your Child
Pre-kindergarten is the first formal classroom education that children between the ages of 3-5 attend. The purpose of a pre-kindergarten is to familiarize children with typical school atmosphere. As kindergartens are meant to be academically oriented, children are...
Parenting Help: Teach About Racism
One of the 9 year olds made a comment the other day that something or other was black, and his twin immediately accused him of being racist. What????!? I called them over to chat, and eventually determined they'd learned from older brothers that talking about colors...
Ergonomic Solutions for Homeschooling Laptop Users
Almost everyone nowadays owns a laptop. The only problem with this is that most people are never taught the proper ergonomic techniques associated with owning one. It can be unhealthy for your wrists and joints if you are not properly positioned when using your...
FFYF: Mild Winter Edition
Hullooooo, Heroes! Today I bring you a bit of fun for your Friday, while we enjoy a relatively mild winter so far. We've only had a week or so of cold and snow, yay! That's definitely worth a smile in my book. I don't like cold. Welcome to the January 20, 2012 edition...